R. Nicholas Burns

R. Nicholas Burns is the U.S. under secretary of state for political affairs. He has previously served as the U.S. permanent representative to NATO.

Carrots and Sticks

Remarks from the U.S. Under Secretary of State.

  • R. Nicholas Burns
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